In the tenth episode of season 3, Dr. U. Grant Baldwin, Jr., DBH, Director of the Doctor of Behavioral Health program at Cummings Graduate Institute for Behavioral Health Studies, explores the intersection of youth mental health and integrated healthcare. Our expert guests share their journeys in addressing mental health challenges among young people, highlighting innovative solutions, best practices, and the future of integrated care. Tune in to discover how prioritizing youth mental health is transforming patient outcomes and reshaping healthcare.
Special Guests:
Dr. Rebecca Wright, DBH, LBA, BCBA, QBA, has a Doctorate in Behavioral Health, is a Certified Behavior Analyst and a Licensed Behavior Analyst in the state of NY. She received both her undergraduate degree in Psychology and her Masters of Science in Education at Long Island University. Rebecca has worked as a certified school psychologist for Early Intervention and has also worked as a Behavior Specialist for the Office of People With Developmental Disabilities in New York. Her interests include advocacy for families and practitioners that work with individuals with autism, professional development for educators, education law, behavioral health, and the usage of applied behavior analysis in Public Policy and Social Research.
Website: wrightwaycare.com
Dr. Leslie Allison Earl, DBH, LPC-S, is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Oklahoma City, OK serving OKC and surrounding areas. Dr. Earl is also a licensing supervisor for LPC Candidates. She earned her master’s degree from the University of Oklahoma, focusing on Human Relations in Counseling and recently completed her Doctor of Behavioral Health degree with Cummings Graduate Institute of Behavioral Health Studies.
Dr. Earl is known for her work in the women’s health field in the greater Oklahoma City area. She is also a certified trauma specialist, a clinical specialist in Autism Spectrum Disorder, and produces weekly content she calls “Therapy Thursday,” covering various topics. Dr. Earl has presented in Norman, OK at the NACT meetings and other venues talking about women’s health and integrated care. She also served as one of CGI’s brand ambassadors for the Spring 1 semester, 2022. When asked what she loves most about being a DBH, clinician, and LPC, she’ll enthusiastically say, “Because I am a lifelong student – I love to learn and I’m passionate about living optimally. I lead by example. I want to live my best life, and helping others do the same is my purpose!”
Website: www.h2gy.com
